Category: inspiration
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Ministry of Tears: A Lenten Sentiment – Part III
The tears of Jesus illustrate His profound compassion for humanity. From weeping for Lazarus to lamenting Jerusalem’s rejection and praying in Gethsemane, His tears symbolize sorrow, empathy, and connection to our struggles. They teach us the importance of love, compassion, and reliance on God during trials, ultimately reminding us of…
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Mirror Image of Faith: A Reflection
This essay explores the spiritual symbolism of mirrors and light, connecting reflections on biblical references to the spiritual experience of seeing God’s presence. It emphasizes the importance of light in perception and faith, suggesting that understanding oneself involves vulnerability. Ultimately, it highlights the promise of a deeper knowledge of God…
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The One Thing Necessary
When you think about your “to do” list, sorting through the neat and nifty tasks and ideas that you believe will make your life better, remember, as St. Padre Pio said, there really is only one thing that is necessary: “Lift up your spirit, and love God.”
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The Generous Master
Life is full of choices. One might argue that is what life is – a series of one choice after another. That’s a good thing though, right? That is what free will is all about, the ability to choose. But there is nothing free about free will if each choice…
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In Memoriam: We Remember
Saint Michael, watch over us during life, defend us against the assaults of the demon, and assist us especially at the hour of death. Help us achieve the happiness of beholding God face to face for all eternity. Amen
